Helen Nadel
KPCW Friday Film Reviewer-
The documentary film “Natchez” explores the contrasting stories a city tells about its difficult history. With richly drawn characters, quiet power, and notes of hope, “Natchez” feels like essential viewing for this divisive moment. -
The film “Backside” takes us behind the scenes at Churchill Downs, the site of the elite Kentucky Derby. The stars of this quiet documentary are not the prized racehorses, but the workers who care for the horses seven days a week. -
A film about a missed colonoscopy and ensuing cancer diagnosis shouldn’t be this funny. But the 2025 Sundance Audience Favorite Documentary, “André Is an Idiot,” is hysterical, as well as life-affirming and wildly original. -
The film “Marty Supreme” is intense and frenzied – and is nominated for nine Academy Awards. -
"Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass" is screening in the Sundance Premieres section. -
"Friends House is Here" is screening in the U.S. Dramatic competition. -
“How to Divorce During The War” is screening in the World Cinema Dramatic competition. -
“Ha Chan, Shake Your Booty” is screening in the U.S. Dramatic competition. -
“Hold Onto Me” is screening in the World Cinema Dramatic competition. -
“Bugonia” is a dark comedy by absurdist director Yorgos Lanthimos. Filled with conspiracy theories, corporate greed and possible alien invasions, the film’s brilliant, subversive satire will keep you guessing. “Bugonia” screens this weekend at Park City Films.
